The Fort Golf Course
Logo: The words 'THE FORT' in dark green Art Deco capitals, the letter O drawn as a pale green disc pierced by an angled yellow flagstick flying a dark green flag with a yellow star, above 'GOLF COURSE' in green capitals.
Course at a glance
The Fort Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Indianapolis, Indiana (46216). The course was designed by Pete Dye and opened in 1997. From the Gold tees, The Fort Golf Course plays to 7,148 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 5,045 to 7,148 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 75.0, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 98% of rated golf courses in Indiana. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at The Fort Golf Course are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About The Fort Golf Course
The Fort Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Indianapolis, Indiana (46216). The course was designed by Pete Dye and established in 1997. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 7,148 yards with a par of 72. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 75.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 149, The Fort Golf Course is one of the more challenging courses in Indiana, playing harder than 98% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,045 to 7,148 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Golf in Indiana typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
72
Length
7,148
Slope
143
Rating
75.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
149
This Course
131
IN Average
113
US Average
Based on 239 rated courses in Indiana
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 143 | 75.0 | 381 | 323 | 211 | 479 | 170 | 511 | 542 | 345 | 482 | 3444 | 311 | 547 | 479 | 407 | 186 | 471 | 582 | 247 | 474 | 3704 | 7,148 |
Gold/Blue | 140 | 73.8 | 381 | 323 | 202 | 438 | 170 | 511 | 542 | 345 | 423 | 3335 | 311 | 547 | 434 | 407 | 186 | 448 | 582 | 232 | 426 | 3573 | 6,908 |
Blue | 138 | 73.1 | 370 | 311 | 202 | 438 | 159 | 496 | 531 | 337 | 423 | 3267 | 305 | 523 | 434 | 396 | 167 | 448 | 560 | 232 | 426 | 3491 | 6,758 |
Blue/WhiteWomen's | 149 | 77.6 | 370 | 311 | 152 | 381 | 159 | 496 | 531 | 337 | 410 | 3147 | 305 | 523 | 406 | 396 | 141 | 413 | 560 | 197 | 390 | 3331 | 6,478 |
Blue/WhiteMen's | 135 | 71.8 | 370 | 311 | 152 | 381 | 159 | 496 | 531 | 337 | 410 | 3147 | 305 | 523 | 406 | 396 | 141 | 413 | 560 | 197 | 390 | 3331 | 6,478 |
WhiteWomen's | 144 | 75.6 | 340 | 293 | 152 | 381 | 135 | 478 | 473 | 308 | 410 | 2970 | 286 | 480 | 406 | 356 | 141 | 413 | 475 | 197 | 390 | 3144 | 6,114 |
WhiteMen's | 130 | 70.4 | 340 | 293 | 152 | 381 | 135 | 478 | 473 | 308 | 410 | 2970 | 286 | 480 | 406 | 356 | 141 | 413 | 475 | 197 | 390 | 3144 | 6,114 |
GreenWomen's | 129 | 71.5 | 334 | 271 | 121 | 374 | 121 | 306 | 465 | 296 | 353 | 2641 | 265 | 443 | 332 | 350 | 121 | 335 | 460 | 176 | 285 | 2767 | 5,408 |
GreenMen's | 123 | 66.9 | 334 | 271 | 121 | 374 | 121 | 306 | 465 | 296 | 353 | 2641 | 265 | 443 | 332 | 350 | 121 | 335 | 460 | 176 | 285 | 2767 | 5,408 |
Red | 124 | 69.1 | 264 | 270 | 120 | 328 | 121 | 305 | 404 | 295 | 352 | 2459 | 263 | 442 | 326 | 290 | 120 | 320 | 432 | 109 | 284 | 2586 | 5,045 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 15 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 3 | 16 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Fort Golf Course offers 10 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 7,148 | 143 | 75.0 | 0-5 |
Gold/Blue | 6,908 | 140 | 73.8 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,758 | 138 | 73.1 | 0-5 |
Blue/White | 6,478 | 149 | 77.6 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,478 | 135 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
White | 6,114 | 144 | 75.6 | 12-22 |
White | 6,114 | 130 | 70.4 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,408 | 129 | 71.5 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,408 | 123 | 66.9 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,045 | 124 | 69.1 | 20-30 |
Amenities at The Fort Golf Course
The Fort Golf Course features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for The Fort Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Fort Golf Course a public or private golf course?
The Fort Golf Course is a public golf course located in Indianapolis, IN. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Fort Golf Course have?
The Fort Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1997. The course was designed by Pete Dye.
What is the yardage at The Fort Golf Course?
From the Blue/White tees, The Fort Golf Course plays to 6,478 yards (par 71). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,045 to 7,148 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Fort Golf Course?
The Gold tees at The Fort Golf Course have a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 75.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Fort Golf Course?
Yes, walking is allowed at The Fort Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Fort Golf Course?
Visit the official course website at https://www.thefortgolfcourse.com/ or call +1-317-543-9597 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does The Fort Golf Course offer?
The Fort Golf Course offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is The Fort Golf Course located?
The Fort Golf Course is located at 6002 North Post Road in Indianapolis, IN 46216. You can reach them at +1-317-543-9597.
What is the difficulty level at The Fort Golf Course?
The Fort Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 149. It plays harder than 98% of golf courses in Indiana. The average slope rating in Indiana is 131. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at The Fort Golf Course?
The Fort Golf Course offers 10 tee sets. Gold tees (7,148 yards, slope 143) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,045 yards, slope 124) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at The Fort Golf Course?
Beginners at The Fort Golf Course should play the Red tees, which play 5,045 yards with a slope of 124. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at The Fort Golf Course?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 144, rating 75.6) at The Fort Golf Course has a course handicap of 24, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at The Fort Golf Course?
A typical round at The Fort Golf Course takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.